Peace Circles

Posted on February 26, 2018May 2, 2018 by MaryBeth Hannan

When we tell our stories from deep inside

And we listen with a loving mind

And we hear our voices in each other’s words

Then our heart is in a holy place.

#1008 Singing the Journey

The Targeted Ministry Team is sponsoring a program of one-session “Peace Circles.” As a part of our self-directed interim work these circles will provide an opportunity for members and friends to share personal experiences and feelings about this time between settled ministers, facilitated by a trained team of lay ministers and other highly trusted leaders.

To participate in a circle, sign up with your name, phone number and a good time to call. One of the facilitators will contact you so you can be matched with a circle that is the best fit.

Sign-up online using the following link: https://goo.gl/forms/oPPhTmELDyHyKojE3

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Building Community in Times of Turmoil – February 25, 2018

Posted on February 25, 2018February 27, 2018 by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by the Summer Institute Committee on Ministry and Worship Associate Kathy Kerns

We make — or break — our relationships through our words and actions. In some situations, community members who felt unheard or hurt during personal conflicts may have left our community. As people who have made promises to each other, how can we respond more skillfully to the needs of all? Building Beloved Community requires many tools. In this worship service, we will lift up the basic practices required for community building within and across our home congregations. This worship service will be presented by members of the Summer Institute Committee on Ministry (SICoM) who are charged with building awareness of covenantal practices at SI and within our congregations.

Sunday services are offered at 9:45 and 11:30 AM with Nursery care available during both services.

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Bev Cole Celebration of Life – February 24, 2018

Posted on February 24, 2018March 14, 2018 by MaryBeth Hannan

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The Doors of Our Lives – February 18, 2018

Posted on February 13, 2018February 21, 2018 by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by Gail Woosley and Worship Associate Eric van Baars

We will explore the decisions we make on a daily basis and those doors we choose to go through or avoid, both real and metaphorical.

Sunday services are offered at 9:45 and 11:30 AM with nursery care available during both services.

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Friendship as a World View – February 11, 2018

Posted on February 11, 2018February 13, 2018 by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by Jafar Mahallati and Worship Associate Carolyn Schlemmer

Dr. Jafar Mahallati is currently a Presidential Scholar in Islamic Studies at Oberlin College. He studied in Iran, the US, and Canada and holds degrees in fields as varied as Islamic theology, civil engineering, and political economy. He has worked at the UN in the area of conflict resolution. As Iranian ambassador to the UN from 1987-89, he helped broker peace to end the Iran-Iraq war. His multidisciplinary and multicultural peace-building experience has increased his interest in the importance of friendship among both individuals and cultures. His students laud his superb storytelling talents that make every topic come alive.

Sunday services are offered at 9:45 and 11:30 AM with Nursery care available during both services.